Housekeeper

Job Description

Job Description

Vivant is revolutionizing hospitality through innovative, tech-powered service and inspiring, thoughtfully designed accommodations combined into one seamlessly managed experience. Officially launched in 2020 and headquartered in Austin, Vivant is making a world of better stays open to all with a variety of accommodation options — from rooms to suites and apartments. 

Here at Vivant, we pride ourselves on providing unique and curated travel lifestyle experiences for our clients. Whether you are traveling for business, with your family, or embarking on a solo journey, we are here to bring life to your experiences on the road.

And that’s exactly what we are all about:  Giving Life to Travel.

We are looking for honest, reliable, and hard-working housekeepers to keep Vivant running smoothly. In addition to general housekeeping duties, we rely on our housekeepers to be our eyes and ears in each guest unit, anticipating and reporting potential guest issues, and ensuring that each guest’s experience is of the highest quality!

AT VIVANT YOU WILL:

• Perform housekeeping duties which include but is not limited to: cleaning bathrooms, kitchens, living spaces, changing linen and terry, window washing, surface polishing, balconies, trash/recycling removal, carpet vacuuming, floor mopping, dusting
• Restock apartments with soaps, shampoos, various kitchen/apartment items, and branded Vivant collateral
• Ensure all furniture, appliances, and amenities are clean and in working order
• Realign furniture and amenities according to prescribed layout
• Perform deep cleaning tasks as assigned
• Restock Housekeeping carts/closets with linens, terry, and consumables in preparation for next day
• Ensure confidentiality and security of guest rooms
• Gather necessary cleaning supplies and linen from a distributed or central location 
• Travel to locations distributed throughout the city
• Report any maintenance issues, safety hazards, security issues, or damage to Vivant property
• Use a mobile application or technology, smartphone/device required
• Return supplies and equipment to a distributed or central location
• Conduct special cleaning projects as assigned

WHAT WE LOOK FOR:

• A professional with a positive attitude, who has the ability to work effectively both in a team environment as well as independently
• Previous housekeeping experience  
• A professional who can embrace the use of mobile applications and technology
• Knowledge of a wide variety of sanitation products, cleaning techniques, and methods
• Working knowledge of operating cleaning equipment 
• Physical stamina and mobility, including the ability to reach, kneel, and bend
• Ability to lift, push, and pull required load (usually about 40 lbs)
• This role requires regular access to a reliable smartphone, reliable transportation (vehicle), and a willingness to travel between properties on a daily basis when working
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred
• Willing to work weekends (weekends are our busiest days)
• This is a full-time position

We also have great benefits to make your life easier so you can focus on what you’re best at:

• Up to $20/hour, depending on experience and skillset, with weekly payroll
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Snacks and drinks at the office
• $200 sign-on bonus after 30 days
• Frequent and consistent performance assessments and potential incremental raises based on performance
• Exempt team members have paid time off. Non-exempt team members accrue paid time off.
• A company with a huge vision, a dynamic work environment, and a team of smart, ambitious, and fun to work-with colleagues!

We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status or other protected classes.